OtterBox has announced its popular Defender Series cases for the iPad mini with Retina display and the iPad Air. Here's more info on these new cases for the upcoming iPad models:

The Defender Series for iPad mini with Retina display is available for pre-order in black now and will ship by Oct. 31. Clearly Protected device guards are also coming soon for both of the new tablets.

The Defender Series combines a built-in screen protector, polycarbonate shell and shock-absorbing slip cover to defend against scratches, dust and drops. A removable screen shield protects the Retina display when the device is not in use and doubles as a media viewing stand in landscape and portrait modes.*

The Defender Series for iPad mini with Retina display is also compatible with the iPad mini.